Hi all, I’ve managed to buy an elderly IOM to dip my toe in the water. I’m wondering if the age and design can be identified, there is a code at the rear which I’m guessing is from when it was first registered? Any help would be appreciated as I start this journey, regards to all, Rob

Welcome.

The number will likely be the boat's registration number - the Registrar may be able to uncover further info for you: https://www.mya-uk.org.uk/iom-registration-or-certificate-requests/

Thanks Colin, unfortunately that page only allows me to download forms for getting a certificate. It has been mentioned elsewhere that it could well be a design from Martin Firebrace, cheers Rob

According to the register, 2116 is a Kite named "Flyer 3" designed by Graham Bantock, first measured 15/03/2002. It has had 3 previous owners. MYA contacts can be found here: https://www.mya-uk.org.uk/contact-us/

I hope this helps.

Jim La Roche

MYA IOM Registrar

Brilliant, thanks for the information Jim 👍